Theoretical modeling of RF ablation with internally cooled electrodes:Comparative study of different thermal boundary conditions at theelectrode-tissue interface by María J. Rivera, Juan A. López Molina, Macarena Trujillo, Enrique J. Berjano

“…The results suggest that theoretical modeling of RFablation with cooled electrodes should consider: 1) the modelingof a pre-cooling period, especially if one is interested in thethermal profiles registered at the beginning of RF application;and 2) NC rather than DC, especially for low flow in the internalcircuit.…”
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Modeling of carbon monoxide dispersion around the urban tunnel portals by M. Rafiei, P.J. Sturm

“…A lagrangian model composed of Graz Lagrangian Model and Graz Mesoscale Model is used for flow-field and dispersion calculations.…”
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Sonic Hedgehog Signaling Drives Proliferation of Synoviocytes in Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Possible Novel Therapeutic Target by Mingxia Wang, Shangling Zhu, Weixiang Peng, Qiuxia Li, Zhaoxia Li, Minqi Luo, Xiaoxue Feng, Zhuofeng Lin, Jianlin Huang

“…Cyclopamine (a specific inhibitor of Shh signaling) decreased mRNA expression of Shh, Ptch1, Smo, and Gli1 in cultured RA FLS, Shh, and Smo protein expression, and significantly decreased FLS proliferation. Flow cytometry analysis suggested that cyclopamine treatment resulted in cell cycle arrest of FLS in G1 phase. …”
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Characterizing the role of vehicular cloud computing in road traffic management by Iftikhar Ahmad, Rafidah Md Noor, Ihsan Ali, Muhammad Imran, Athanasios Vasilakos

“…A comparison of the current state-of-the-art traffic management systems is performed in terms of parameters, such as vehicular ad hoc network infrastructure, Internet dependency, cloud management, scalability, traffic flow control, and emerging services. Potential future challenges and emerging technologies, such as the Internet of vehicles and its incorporation in traffic congestion control, are also discussed. …”
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Simulation and Optimization of Acoustic Package of Dash Panel Based on SEA by Jintao Su, Ling Zheng, Jianping Lou

“…Based on the above problems, the statistical energy model of the dashboard model was established by combining the statistical energy flow method and the proxy model method, and the influences of different acoustic cladding layers, different thickness, leakage, and new material microfibers on the sound insulation parameters of the front coaming were simulated. …”
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Lietuvos skaitmeninė žurnalinė periodika by Gabija Velykytė

“…The digitization of magazines is driven by the desire of publishers to give readers access to the magazine through a broader range of channels along with the ability to reach a more significant flow of readers. An important aspect that promotes the digitization of magazines is the demand from various sponsoring organizations to increase access forms. …”
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A Study on the Influence of the Conglomerate Mesostructure on Fracture Failure Behavior Based on Discrete Element Method by Yu Yan, Shiyuan Li

“…In this paper, the analysis is performed by adopting techniques such as CT scanning and Particle Flow Code (PFC) numerical simulation. CT scanning is used to identify the mesoscopic structure of the conglomerate, and then, a numerical model is devised in accordance with the CT scanned digital image. …”
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Bottom-Up Abstract Modelling of Optical Networks-on-Chip: From Physical to Architectural Layer by Alberto Parini, Luca Ramini, Fabio Lanzoni, Gaetano Bellanca, Davide Bertozzi

“…This work presents a bottom-up abstraction procedure based on the design-flow FDTD + SystemC suitable for the modelling of optical Networks-on-Chip. …”
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Reduction in DC-Link Capacitor Current by Phase Shifting Method for a Dual Three-Phase Voltage Source Inverters Dual Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors System by Deniz Şahin, Bülent Dağ

“…The size, cost, reliability, and lifetime of the dc-link capacitor are negatively affected by this ripple current flowing through it. The proposed method is especially appropriate for common dc-link capacitors for a dual inverter system driving two PMSMs. …”
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Study of Wind Loads and Wind Speed Amplifications on High-Rise Building with Opening by Numerical Simulation and Wind Tunnel Test by Fu-Bin Chen, Xiao-Lu Wang, Yun Zhao, Yuan-Bo Li, Qiu-Sheng Li, Ping Xiang, Yi Li

“…The mean wind pressure coefficients and the wind flow characteristics were obtained. The wind speed amplifications at the opening were analyzed, and the distribution law of wind speed in the openings is presented. …”
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Microfluidic 3D cell culture: potential application of collagen hydrogels with an optimal dose of bioactive glasses by Faezeh Ghobadi, Maryam Saadatmand, Sara Simorgh, Peiman Brouki Milan

“…The microfluidic chip’s dimensions were optimized through fluid flow and mass transfer simulations. Collagen type I extracted from rat tail tendons was used as the main material, and BGNs synthesized by the sol–gel method were used to enhance the mechanical properties of the hydrogel. …”
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A Review on the Thermal Modeling Method for Molten Salt Receivers of Concentrating Solar Power Tower Plants by Xinyi Li, Fengwu Bai

“…By comparing and analyzing the key features of each model, the study concludes that detailed 3D numerical models are effective for monitoring overheating during operation, 2D semi-empirical models enable the rapid evaluation of receiver configurations, and 1D semi-empirical models support transient mass flow calculations and annual power generation estimations. …”
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Use of by-products for partial replacement of 3D printed concrete constituents; rheology, strength and shrinkage performance by Michail Papachristoforou, Vasilios Mitsopoulos, Maria Stefanidou

“…Three different workability tests were conducted and compared: flow table, ICAR rheometer and an experimental method that measures the electric power consumption of the motor that rotates the screw extruder. …”
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Long-Term Cultured Human Term Placenta-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells of Maternal Origin Displays Plasticity by Vikram Sabapathy, Saranya Ravi, Vivi Srivastava, Alok Srivastava, Sanjay Kumar

“…Hence, placental MSCs of maternal origin, which is one of richest sources of MSCs were chosen to establish long-term culture from the cotyledons of full-term human placenta. Flow analysis established bonafied MSCs phenotypic characteristics, staining positively for CD29, CD73, CD90, CD105 and negatively for CD14, CD34, CD45 markers. …”
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Film Effectiveness Downstream the Trenches with Tilted Target Wall by Fan Yang, Mohammad E. Taslim

“…The cooling jets impinge on the opposite wall of the trench which is tilted towards the jets and then is pushed over the coverage wall by the main flow. Three trench geometries with the same exit area and tilt angles (the angle between the trench side- and top-wall) of 75°, 90°, and 105° degrees are tested for three blowing ratios of 0.5, 0.75, and 1.0, and the film effectiveness results are compared using the adiabatic pressure sensitive paint technique. …”
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Optimal Revascularization Strategy on Medina 0,1,0 Left Main Bifurcation Lesions in Type 2 Diabetes by Xuwei Zheng, Hongyu Peng, Donghui Zhao, Qin Ma, Kun Fu, Guo Chen, Qian Fan, Jinghua Liu

“…Crossover stenting only offers hemodynamic advantages over other stenting techniques for Medina 0,1,0 left main bifurcation lesions and large bifurcation angle is associated with unfavorable flow profiles.…”
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RELATIONSHIP OF FOOD CONSUMPTION PATTERNS WITH INCREASING BLOOD PRESSURE IN ADULTS by Susilo Harianto

“…Blood pressure is the power caused by the heart that contracts like a pump, so that blood continues to flow in the blood vessels. A person's blood pressure can be more or less than the normal value limit. …”
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Advanced neural network modeling with Levenberg–Marquardt algorithm for optimizing tri-hybrid nanofluid dynamics in solar HVAC systems by A. Aziz, S.A.H. Shah, H.M.S. Bahaidarah, T. Zamir, T. Aziz

“…This model analyzes the magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) radiative flow of a rotating Sutterby tri-hybrid nanofluid, incorporating critical factors such as linear thermal radiation, boundary slip, and activation energy. …”
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An Experimental and Kinetic Study of the Sorption of Carbon Dioxide onto Amine-Treated Oil Fly Ash by Mohammed A. Saad, Mohammed J. Al-Marri, Ali L. Yaumi, Ibnelwaleed A. Hussein, Reyad Shawabkeh

“…A kinetics study showed that the CO2 adsorption capacity of OFA increased with increasing CO2 flow rates and concentrations and decreasing the relative humidity. …”
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Effect of Leflunomide on the Abnormal Expression of Lipid Rafts and F-Actin in B Lymphocytes from Patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus by Guang Fu Dong, Xiao Zhang, De Ning He, Ling Li, Guang Feng Zhang

“…The B cell subsets and LRs expression were determined by flow cytometry and confocal microscopy, and F-actin expression was examined by confocal microscopy. …”
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